1. Focus Question
What does this graph tell us about theU.S. population? Why do you think this is happening?

2. City of Lincoln Notes
City Government Unit

3. Home Rule Charter
Lincoln = Governmental subdivision of the State of NE
Under NE State Constitution, Lincoln got Home Rule in 1917
Allows Lincoln to operate freely and independently of state law with local issues

4. Municipal Organization
Strong Mayor/City Council form of Gov’t
City Gov’t divided into departments
Each headed by director
Appointed by Mayor
Approved by council

5. Mayor
Chris Beutler
Chief Executive and administrated head of city government
Four year term with no limits
Works with City Council with legislation & budget
Can sign or veto

6. City Council
Members: Doug Emery (NE), Jon Camp (SE), Jonathan Cook (SW), Carl Eskridge(NW), Trent Fellers, Roy Christensen, Leirion Gaylord-Baird(at-large)
1st met in 1871
4 year terms & elect chair and vice-chair annually
Exclusive legislative powers in city
Meet on Mondays and open to the public

7. Ordinances & Resolutions
Ordinances: City law passed by city council
Before vote, must be presented at 3 meetings
Mayor can veto
Override w/ 5 of 7
Resolution: Does not result in a law
Adopting a budget
Recognizing someone